Thomas Jefferson, Colonial Williamsburg, and Monticello

"I find the pain of a little censure, even when it is unfounded, is more acute than the pleasure of much praise." ~ Thomas Jefferson

"I hope our wisdom will grow with our power, and teach us, that the less we use our power the greater it will be." ~

"It is part of the American character to consider nothing as desperate — to surmount every difficulty by resolution and contrivance." ~ Thomas Jefferso

"I cannot live without books." ~ Thomas Jefferson

"No occupation is so delightful...